asks pointed questions (verb) cross-examine: interrogating an opposing witness
Sinonime: ask pointed questions,
catechize,
check, cross-question, debrief,
examine, give the third degree, go over with a fine-tooth comb, grill,
inquire,
interrogate,
investigate, pump, put on the hotseat, put the screws to,
question, quiz,
scrutinize,
sweat, third-degree